وَلْتَكُن مِّنكُمْ أُمَّةٌ يَدْعُونَ إِلَى الْخَيْرِ
"let there arise from you a nation inviting to all that is good..." [quran 03:104]
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theme synopsis: bearers of the message
The blessing of having Islam as our religion is the greatest gift from Allah, and a huge favor passed down to us from the previous generations of Muslims. It is the responsibility of every Muslim to dedicate oneself to such a noble task of invite others to Islam with wisdom. Allah says: وَلْتَكُن مِّنكُمْ أُمَّةٌ يَدْعُونَ إِلَى الْخَيْرِ “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good ….” [Surah Ale ‘Imraan: Ayah 104].
Bearers of the message are individuals devoted to Islam’s mission through deep understanding of its highest ideals and purpose. To be a part of this legacy and be able to carry the message and convey it effectively, below are objectives that will help us to stay on purpose:
Bearers of the message are individuals devoted to Islam’s mission through deep understanding of its highest ideals and purpose. To be a part of this legacy and be able to carry the message and convey it effectively, below are objectives that will help us to stay on purpose:
- Embodies the Mission to be God-Conscious, values Liberty, seeks Justice and tirelessly conveying Islam with utmost clarity. Allah (s.w.t.) commanded that the believers stand for justice, even if it were against themselves or their loved ones, and to be God-Conscious (Qur’an, Al-Nisa’a 4:135). Social justice and reform should stem from a love for our people and wishing them the best. He gave us the example of Prophet Shu’ayb, where we “only desire reform as far as [we] are able to” (Qur’an, Hud 11:88).
- Develops teamwork skills and observes group etiquette. It is of utmost importance that Muslims work together to preserve their deen (religion) and carry the message. In Surat-Al-Asr, Allah (s.w.t.) tells us that the individual human is at a loss except for those - in plural - who believe, do good deeds, and enjoin each other to do justice and advise each other with patience. The Qur’an teaches us that group-consultation before decision-making in a team is obligatory (Qur’an, A’l-Imran 3:159), and He commanded the Prophet (p.b.u.h) to consult with his companions in all matters of life that are not prescribed in Sharia (like forms of worship, divinely instituted laws, etc.) To succeed in a group, we need to embody the characteristics of sincerity, understanding, work, struggle (against ego, desires and all forms of injustice), sacrifice, brotherhood, trust, obedience, perseverance, dedication / devotedness.
- Fulfills the duties of brotherhood/sisterhood. Muslims working for the sake of Allah are brothers and sisters (Qur’an, Al-Hujuraat 49:10) and should treat each other with love and mercy, respect and patience. It is one of Allah’s blessings that Muslims are brethren in faith (Qur’an, A’l-Imran 3:103). “The example of the believers in their love and mercy and empathizing with each other is the example of the single body, if one organ is in pain, the rest of the body responds for it with fever and staying awake.” (Sahih Bukhari and Muslim)
- Demonstrates commitment to the revival of the Islamic Civilization. Bearers of the message should understand the foundation of Islamic civilization, as established by the Prophet’s example. It is a civilization that builds the person with morals, good manners, and a healthy spirit, mind and body. It builds the healthy family and society as well. Islamic civilization teaches societies to be just and merciful, to be organized and united, to spread knowledge and development across the land.
